New York City Working

New York may be a “concrete jungle where dreams are made of,” but a stay in this dreamy city can come at a price. Fortunately, there are some opportunities to earn a living and travel at the same time. To find long-term or short-term employment, start by checking the classifieds of New York's newspapers, particularly in The Village Voice, New York Press, and the Sunday edition ofthe New York Times. Also check bulletin boards in local coffee shops, markets, libraries, and community centers for help-wanted posters. In addition, all of New York's colleges and universities have career and employment offices; even if you can't get into the office itself (some may require a school ID to enter), they may have bulletin boards with helpful information outside.

Long-Term Work

If you're planning on spending a substantial amount of time (more than three months) working in New York City, search for a job well in advance. Although they are sometimes only available to college students ...more

Short-Term Work

Traveling for long periods of time can become expensive. Many travelers try their hand at odd jobs for a few weeks at a time to help pay for another month or two of touring around. One of the easiest ways ...more